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apprehension

apprehension In historical psychology and philosophy, apprehension refers to a simple act of mind in which an object is directly grasped or brought before awareness.

In historical psychology and philosophy, apprehension refers to a simple act of mind in which an object is directly grasped or brought before awareness. It can also mean the elementary awareness itself, or a simple belief or understanding, often contrasted with more complex thought such as judgment or comprehension.

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Drafting source: Baldwin Dictionary of Philosophy and Psychology, 1901. 1901 New York Macmillan original; archive index checked 2026-10-18. “Apprehension” (Apprehension).
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